Satellite images show that a school and a nearby military base in Tehran, Iran, were attacked several times, causing significant damage. Iranian officials report that 168 people died in the attacks, and they blame the United States and Israel, though both countries deny involvement.
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Satellite images show multiple strikes around a school in southern Tehran.
The attack caused damage to the Shajareh Tayebeh primary school and an Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) base.
Verified videos show panic scenes, with people searching for victims and holding up children's belongings.
Iranian officials blame the US and Israel, but neither country has taken responsibility.
The US states that it avoids targeting civilian sites and is still investigating the event.
An internet blackout in Iran complicates independent verification of the incident.
The attacks reportedly happened around 10:45 local time in Tehran.
Subsequent images revealed extensive destruction and at least 100 graves.
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The leaders of Canada and Australia discussed the ongoing conflict involving Iran and urged for a reduction in fighting. They also emphasized that Iran should not be allowed to have nuclear weapons.
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The Prime Ministers of Canada and Australia met to talk about the war involving Iran.
They both called for reducing the conflict and preventing further escalation.
The leaders agreed that Iran must not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.
The meeting followed an incident where a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship.
Turkey reported that NATO defenses stopped a missile from Iran before it entered Turkish airspace.
The Canadian Prime Minister is Mark Carney, and the Australian Prime Minister is Anthony Albanese.
Their joint message was for more countries to work together to stop the hostilities.
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Ecuadorean troops found a 35-meter long "narco-submarine" in a nature reserve near the border with Colombia. The submarine was prepared for a long journey to smuggle drugs and contained 6,000 gallons of fuel. No arrests or drugs were reported seized during the operation.
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Ecuadorean troops discovered a 35-meter long submarine used for drug smuggling.
The submarine was hidden in a nature reserve near Ecuador's border with Colombia.
It was ready for a long trip, carrying 6,000 gallons of fuel.
Troops also found a nearby camp used as a logistics hub by criminals.
Security forces seized six speedboats, seven motors, and fuel barrels during the operation.
Troops faced gunfire from armed individuals while conducting the operation.
There were no arrests or drugs reported seized in this operation.
Ecuador is working with President Trump‘s administration to reduce drug flow into the United States.
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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich threatened a major attack on the southern suburbs of Beirut, saying the area might soon resemble Gaza in conflict terms. The Israeli military ordered a large-scale evacuation from parts of Beirut, while tensions rose following cross-border conflict with Hezbollah and a U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran's leader. Over 100 people have died in Lebanon due to recent Israeli attacks, leading to mass displacement and humanitarian concerns.
The U.S. and Israel are involved in a conflict with Iran, which has been communicated through social media, specifically Truth Social. This situation follows Iran's announcement of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death and Iran's subsequent actions. The conflict is expected to have significant impacts on the region.
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The U.S. and Israel are engaged in a conflict with Iran.
Information about the conflict has been shared on Truth Social, a social media platform.
The situation draws comparisons to the Iraq war.
Iran has confirmed the death of its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran has begun retaliating, which is escalating the conflict.
The ongoing conflict could lead to major changes in the region.
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Valdo Calocane, who later committed the Nottingham attacks in June 2023, previously assaulted his university flatmate in January 2022. The incident occurred when Calocane put his flatmate in a headlock during a dispute over cleaning a shared bathroom. An ongoing public inquiry is examining the events leading up to the attacks, with more than 100 witnesses expected to provide evidence.
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Valdo Calocane assaulted his flatmate, Christopher, in January 2022.
The assault happened over a dispute about cleaning a shared bathroom.
Calocane later carried out the Nottingham attacks in June 2023, killing three people and injuring three others.
Calocane was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in July 2020 and had prior mental health issues.
Police had an outstanding arrest warrant for Calocane at the time of the attacks.
The ongoing public inquiry is led by retired judge Deborah Taylor.
More than 100 witnesses are expected to give evidence during the inquiry.
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President Volodymyr Zelensky said the United States asked Ukraine for help defending against Iranian drones in the Gulf region. Ukraine will only assist if it does not weaken its own defenses and gains diplomatic benefits, potentially including more US Patriot air defenses. The situation comes as Middle Eastern conflicts could distract US focus and resources away from Ukraine.
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The US asked Ukraine to help defend Gulf allies from Iranian drones.
Ukraine wants to ensure its own defense is not weakened by helping.
Zelensky wants to trade support for more US Patriot air defense systems.
Ukraine has been targeted by drones based on Iranian designs.
Ukraine is looking to use this opportunity for diplomatic and military gains.
President Trump’s administration stopped direct military support but provides intelligence to Ukraine.
Ukraine faces a shortage of interceptor missiles for its defense.
Gulf countries have discussed defense support with Ukraine in Kyiv.
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Cuba is facing economic challenges due to fuel shortages and U.S. measures impacting businesses like Airbnb. President Donald Trump signed an order targeting countries supplying oil to Cuba, resulting in disruptions for tourism and local businesses. The Cuban government has introduced plans to address fuel scarcity, affecting transportation and various sectors.
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President Donald Trump signed an order potentially putting tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba.
Airbnb deactivated Cuban listings for hosts without U.S. bank accounts, affecting businesses like the Gonzalez sisters' bed-and-breakfast.
Canada and Russia, key tourism sources, suspended flights to Cuba due to fuel shortages.
Cuba's government restricted fuel sales and raised prices as part of its response plan.
Venezuelan oil, 30% of Cuba's supply, decreased following the U.S.'s abduction of Venezuela's President.
The island's transportation and economy are affected, with increased black market fuel prices.
Cuban government measures included working remotely and a shortened work week for state employees.
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British Columbia in Canada will permanently adopt daylight saving time, meaning it will be their last time changing clocks on Sunday. The change aligns British Columbia's time with other regions, and similar efforts in the U.S. need congressional approval.
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British Columbia will stop changing clocks after this upcoming Sunday, adopting permanent daylight saving time.
This change will align British Columbia with the Yukon Territory, which stopped changing clocks in 2020.
The new time zone, Pacific Time, aligns with regions like Alberta in winter and California in summer.
In the U.S., there have been debates about ending the practice of changing clocks twice a year.
A 2022 survey showed 53% of U.S. adults preferred permanent daylight saving time.
A proposed U.S. bill called the Daylight Act of 2026 aims to stop clock changes but needs Congress approval.
The American Medical Association suggests sticking with one time standard to align with human biology.
President Trump expressed concerns about the costs and inconvenience of daylight saving time changes.
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President Trump is urging Israeli President Isaac Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu immediately so that Netanyahu can focus on actions against Iran. Trump claims Herzog previously promised a pardon but has not carried through, which Trump sees as interfering with Netanyahu's ability to lead during a time of war. Netanyahu faces ongoing corruption charges, which Trump likens to his own legal issues.
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President Trump wants Israeli President Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Netanyahu right away.
Trump believes the pardon will let Netanyahu focus on Iran rather than his corruption trial.
Netanyahu's trial, related to gifts he allegedly received, started in 2020.
Trump claims Herzog promised multiple times to grant this pardon but hasn't done so.
A senior Israeli official denies that Herzog promised a pardon, stating the request is still under review.
Netanyahu's trial has paused because courts are mostly closed due to a state of emergency.
Legal experts suggest a pardon could face challenges if seen as influenced by foreign pressure.
Netanyahu insists he is innocent, comparing his trial to a "witch hunt" and has not shown remorse.
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Heavy rains have caused river levels to rise to dangerous levels in Southern Indiana, pushing the East Fork White River past its major flood stage. Residents nearby may need to evacuate, as significant flooding affects the area and other states in the Midwest and Southern Plains. The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings as rainfall continues.
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The East Fork White River in Seymour, Indiana, rose to 19.3 feet, surpassing the major flood stage.
Potential evacuations are advised near communities like Rockford and Shields Town.
Flooding has submerged 70% of the flood plain in Jackson County, affecting agriculture.
Some roads in flooded areas are closed due to floodwaters.
Indiana, Oklahoma, Missouri, Illinois, and Kentucky are experiencing flood warnings from heavy rain.
33 rivers in the U.S. are in minor flood stage, and 5 are in moderate flood stage.
Major flood stage involves significant flooding and potential evacuations.
Further rainfall is expected to maintain moderate flood conditions through the weekend.
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Heavy traffic in Beirut is caused by people evacuating after Israel ordered them to leave southern areas of the city. Several people have been killed in recent Israeli attacks in Lebanon.
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Israel has issued an evacuation order for people living in the southern parts of Beirut.
This has resulted in significant traffic congestion in the city.
The order affects hundreds of thousands of residents.
There have been multiple fatalities due to Israeli attacks in Lebanon this week.
The situation in Beirut is tense as people try to leave the affected areas.
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Nepal held a general election to choose new parliament members, following protests led by young people that resulted in the resignation of the former Prime Minister. Initial voting results are expected shortly after polls closed, but complete results may take a week. The election includes 275 parliamentary seats, with a mix of direct and proportional representation voting.
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Nepal held elections to choose a new parliament.
The elections happened after protests forced the previous Prime Minister to resign.
Voting results will emerge soon after polls closed, with full results expected in a week.
Voter turnout was approximately 60%.
Out of 275 parliamentary seats, 165 are chosen directly, and 110 through proportional representation.
Protests earlier this year were led by young people demanding jobs and less corruption, resulting in 77 deaths.
A new political party, Rastriya Swatantra Party, is challenging the traditional main parties.
Rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, from the RSP, is a popular candidate, especially with younger voters.
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Iranian official Ali Larijani stated that Iran is ready to confront a U.S. invasion. His comments follow President Trump not ruling out deploying U.S. forces inside Iran. The ongoing conflict has seen military actions from both the U.S. and Iran.
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Ali Larijani, an Iranian official, warned the U.S. about invading Iran.
Larijani mentioned capturing and killing U.S. troops if they enter Iran.
The U.S., led by President Trump, has not ruled out deploying troops in Iran.
Military actions include U.S. and Israeli bombings on Iran, and Iran responding with missile and drone attacks.
Iran's leadership is showing defiance after the assassination of leader Ali Khamenei.
President Trump compared the situation to the U.S. intervention in Venezuela.
Trump expressed interest in influencing Iran's leadership succession.
Mojtaba Khamenei, the late leader's son, is a potential successor whom Trump opposes.
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A dog owner had a scare when her Boykin spaniel appeared with foam on its mouth, which turned out to be super glue. The dog had found the glue and it sealed her mouth shut, but the owner successfully removed it with baby soap. Veterinarians advise keeping super glue and similar items out of pets' reach to prevent such incidents.
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A dog approached its owner with what looked like foam on its mouth, causing initial panic.
The dog, a 9-month-old Boykin spaniel named Lila Kay, had super glue on her mouth.
The owner, Bailey Thomas, did not know they had super glue in the home.
She found the glue in the living room and used baby soap to remove it.
Veterinarians say super glue is not highly toxic, but it can cause health issues in dogs.
Dogs might panic if super glue hardens in their mouths, leading to potential risks.
Experts recommend pet-proofing homes to avoid similar incidents.
The dog's situation gained attention on TikTok, receiving millions of views and likes.
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The article discusses the emotional impact on Iranians living abroad as they watch the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran. It highlights the personal experiences of people like Maryam, Sara, and Hiwa, who are concerned about their families and homes in Iran amid escalating violence. The conflict has resulted in attacks, significant casualties, and destruction in Iran, with fears that it could worsen.
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Maryam, an Iranian living in Madrid, is worried about her family in Iran due to ongoing conflict.
The Iranian diaspora includes people who left Iran for various reasons, such as escaping political oppression or seeking better opportunities.
Recent tensions escalated with US and Israeli military strikes in Iran, leading to over 1,230 deaths.
Iran has responded with counter-attacks on Israel and neighboring countries.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was reported killed in the strikes.
Concern among Iranians abroad has increased since US military forces built up near Iran's coast.
Some individuals feel helpless as they stay informed about developments through news and online searches.
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The UK Covid-19 public inquiry, led by Baroness Heather Hallett, concluded its hearings, with the chair defending the £200 million cost and nearly four-year duration. The inquiry aimed to examine the UK's pandemic response across all four nations. More reports on various pandemic-related topics will be released until mid-next year.
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The UK Covid-19 public inquiry was chaired by Baroness Heather Hallett.
The inquiry’s total cost is just over £200 million.
The process lasted nearly four years, starting formally in 2022.
Hearings began in June 2023, reviewing over 600,000 documents.
More than 350 witnesses provided evidence during the inquiry.
The inquiry explored the UK's pandemic response and included input from all four UK nations.
Baroness Hallett will release further reports, covering topics like the NHS and vaccines, until mid-next year.
The terms of reference were described as the broadest for any public inquiry to date.
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President Donald Trump stated that he plans to influence who becomes Iran's next leader after the death of the country's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He considers Mojtaba Khamenei, a potential successor, unsuitable and wants a leader who will bring peace. The situation in Iran is tense, with military actions affecting the region.
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President Trump wants to influence the choice of Iran’s next leader after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's death.
Trump finds Mojtaba Khamenei, the likely successor, "unacceptable."
Trump has compared his approach to Iran with his involvement in leadership decisions in Venezuela.
He expressed a desire for a new Iranian leader who would promote "harmony and peace."
Military conflict in Iran has intensified, impacting regional politics.
Six days into a U.S.–Israeli bombing campaign, the situation is causing concern among global leaders and markets.
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The war in Iran is creating new problems for global supply chains, which were already stressed by previous issues like the COVID-19 pandemic and trade barriers. Iran's threats to commercial shipping and its actions affecting natural gas production are contributing to these disruptions, with global effects on prices and supply, including in the U.S. President Trump has announced efforts to support shipping in the affected areas.
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Iran has threatened to attack commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, a key route linking the Persian Gulf to Asia and Europe.
Drone strikes in Qatar have halted liquefied natural gas production, impacting electricity and industrial uses.
Container ships are rerouting around Africa due to attacks near the Suez Canal.
Disruptions are affecting stock prices more in Europe, Japan, and South Korea than in the U.S.
Global supply chain issues can lead to higher prices in the U.S. due to increased oil and natural gas costs.
President Trump announced political risk insurance and guarantees for tankers in the Persian Gulf, along with Navy escorts.
The U.S. government's actions aim to keep commerce moving, but they might not solve long-term shipping issues if the conflict continues.
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Social media influencers in Dubai are warned about the possibility of jail time for posting content about the conflict involving Iran. This warning comes after Iranian strikes reached Dubai, causing some damage in the city. The UAE is enforcing strict laws on social media content to maintain its reputation.
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Influencers in Dubai could face fines or jail for posting about the Iran conflict.
Iran carried out strikes in the UAE, hitting places like the Fairmont Dubai Hotel.
Shrapnel damage was reported at well-known sites like the Burj Al Arab hotel.
Authorities warn spreading rumors or unverified information in the UAE is illegal.
Dubai influencers have been deleting sensitive social media content.
The UAE emphasizes its strong air defense systems amid the ongoing conflict.
Dubai influencers highlight confidence in local leadership through social media trends.
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